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Eaglecrest Snow Forecast - 22nd May 2026

Eaglecrest Snow Report and Forecast

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Updated 22 May 2026 23:43 NZST

Snow Forecast for Eaglecrest

Snow and Weather from 22 May.

For Forecast detail, see below.

Eaglecrest Snow Forecast Highlights

When will there be fresh snow in Eaglecrest?

Eaglecrest Snow Forecast Highlights - GFS
Snowfall prediction at mid-mountain (580m)
Next Snow?
There is no snow currently in the forecast for Eaglecrest.

Forecast for today in Eaglecrest

Max 29℃
Min 19℃

Valley temperatures from an overnight low of 19℃ to daytime highs around 29℃

Temperature at BaseTemp at Base

Fri
22

Snow unlikely

ClearClearFairClear

Clear sky, fair, clear sky later.

Forecast times for Eaglecrest are in Denver (US/Mountain) time zone.

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Summary Weather and Snow Forecast for Eaglecrest from OpenMeteo(GFS)
Fri
22
Sat
23
Sun
24
Mon
25
Tue
26
Wed
27
Thu
28
Wind
790m
26℃
Fair
23℃
Cloud
25℃
Clear
28℃
Clear
26℃
Shwrs
19℃
Drizzle
27℃
Lt Drizzle
580m
27℃
Fair
24℃
Cloud
26℃
Clear
29℃
Clear
28℃
Shwrs
20℃
Drizzle
28℃
Lt Drizzle
370m
29℃
Fair
26℃
Cloud
28℃
Clear
31℃
Clear
29℃
Shwrs
21℃
Drizzle
29℃
Lt Drizzle
Snow Line
Max Town29℃26℃28℃31℃29℃21℃29℃
Min Town19℃20℃19℃19℃21℃19℃19℃

This table shows the average forecast snowfall, the maximum temperature, and expected general weather at resort, lower and upper mountain levels. For daily forecast details, see below.

Snow Reliability

Eaglecrest typically enjoys reliable snowfall, with an average depth of 200 inches each season. For the most current snow conditions, be sure to check the latest updates on J2Ski.

Understanding and predicting Snow Conditions in Eaglecrest

Here are our tips for making the most of a trip to Eaglecrest, with the help of the J2Ski Snow forecasts and reports. You can find some great skiing in Eaglecrest, but like any mountain, snow conditions change throughout the season, from day to day, and even from hour to hour.

Whether you’re sticking to the marked pistes or venturing off-piste, here’s what you need to know:

Pistes (Groomers) or Off-Piste

These can be a world apart, regarding snow conditions, even ignoring the difference between the natural terrain features to be found off-piste and the generally controlled surfaces and slopes of a pisted (groomed) run.

  • Piste Conditions can range from fresh powder to firm, icy surfaces, particularly after warm spells or a busy day on the mountain with the passage of many skiers.
  • Off-Piste Conditions are far more variable. Wind and sun can quickly transform fresh snow into wind crust or slushy layers, whilst cold weather can preserve stashes of powder many days after a snowfall.

WARNING - skiing off-piste (out-of-bounds) at Eaglecrest is not always controlled (slopes made safe from avalanche risk) or patrolled. Always check local advice, ski with safety kit (and know how to use it), and never ski alone.

Analyzing Weather and Snowfall Forecasts

Whilst no forecast can tell you exactly how snow conditions in Eaglecrest will develop, checking the forecast regularly should give you an idea of what to expect.

New snowfall can bring fresh powder and refresh the surfaces of pisted runs. Powder can be tracked out quickly at busy times, but in less crowded and shaded areas, fresh snow can linger for days.

Changes in weather conditions, such as milder temperatures, rain or wind, can degrade snow quality. Conversely, cold, stable weather can preserve conditions for extended periods.

Predicting Future Snow Quality

Regularly check our snow and weather forecasts for Eaglecrest for changes that may affect snow quality. Forecast snowfall depth and recent snowfall are good indicators of what to expect.

Use historical data and recent snow reports to understand past snow conditions and anticipate future changes.